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Bismarck Board of Park Commissioners Brief for Sept. 19, 2024

Tyler Kralicek shared information about Burleigh County Extension as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District (BPRD) featured partner. Many youth activities are held at the Joann Hetzel Memorial 4-H Building at the Missouri Valley Complex (MVC), including Achievement Days, Farm …
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Planning for 2026 Events in Parks

Earlier this year, Bismarck Parks and Recreation District launched online reservations for indoor and outdoor park shelters. BPRD’s reservable shelters include five indoor community centers, 48 outdoor picnic shelters, and a stage and amphitheater. Reservations may be made through 2025. Reservations for 2026 …
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Fall Program Registration Open Now

Registration for many fall youth and adult programs opened Thursday, Aug. 1, at 8 a.m. online and in person at the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District office at 400 E. Front Ave. These programs have different registration dates: Aug. 6-7 – fall …
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